Pittsburgh Steelers QB Byron Leftwich (shoulder, rib) suffered shoulder and rib injuries in Week 11. "He sustained some hits, but that's football, particularly when you're talking about this matchup," head coach Mike Tomlin said. "He did a nice job of communicating where he was." Some of Leftwich's teammates recalled that he kept telling everyone he was fine, and Leftwich himself repeated "I'm OK" four times to reporters after the game.

Pittsburgh Steelers QB Byron Leftwich (rib) was tended to by the medical staff on the sidelined in the fourth quarter of the Week 11 game against the Baltimore Ravens. He was able to finish the game, ending up completing 18 of his 39 passes for 201 yards, no touchdowns and one interception. He did account for the team's only touchdown when he scored on a 31-yard scamper in the first quarter.

Pittsburgh Steelers QB Byron Leftwich does not appear to be a good fit for offensive coordinator Todd Haley's scheme. The system relies on short and quick passes, while Leftwich is someone who doesn't get rid of the ball quickly. The team is confident, however, that the offense won't have to change with Leftwich starting.

Fantasy Tip: Leftwich is not in the same class as Roethlisberger by any means; however, in the short-term he should be adequate. Look for the Steelers to focus even more on the run and short-passing game. Mike Wallace's value may take somewhat of a hit, while TE Heath Miller could see even more targets.

Pittsburgh Steelers QB Ben Roethlisberger (shoulder) is dealing with a sternoclavicular sprain in his shoulder, which is an uncommon and painful injury. It's the same injury that forced former QB Brett Favre to end his streak of 297 straight games played. A sternoclavicular sprain involves ligament damage to the joint connecting the breastbone and collarbone, and normal recovery time is typically three weeks to multiple months. Head coach Mike Tomlin said QB Byron Leftwich will receive the majority of snaps in practice this week and is expected to start against the Baltimore Ravens in Week 11.

Fantasy Tip: Leftwich might be counted upon to start in Week 11 against the Baltimore Ravens if Roethlisberger cannot go, and early indications are that he has an injury that concerns the team. Leftwich would only be worth adding as a QB2 in leagues which require two starting signal callers.

Pittsburgh Steelers QB Byron Leftwich (arm, foot) had surgery Wednesday, Oct. 12, on his left foot to remove some loose cartilage. He said he might as well have it done now while he is on Injured Reserve for a broken left arm.

Pittsburgh Steelers QB Byron Leftwich (arm) underwent surgery to repair the broken arm he suffered during the third preseason game. Leftwich said it will take him two to three months to recovery from the injury.